Effect of Benzimidazole and Nickel on the Chlorophyll Metabolism of Detached Leaves of Khapli Wheat

Studies have been made on the effect of benzimidazole and nickel on the chlorophyll metabolism of detached etiolated and green leaves of Khapli wheat. It was found that benzimidazole stimulated the formation of chlorophyll and protects the latter from rapid destruction. The protective effect was most prominent in treated leaves in the dark. The effect of nickel ion differs from benzimidazole only in respect to its inhibition of chlorophyll formation. Evidence obtained indicates that the destruction of chlorophyll in light and in dark are probably two independent processes.